DT85 Series 4 Data Logger

Intelligent Data Logging Products

Applications include:

Research & Development Thermistor Arrays Machine Down Time

Agricultural Research Aquaculture Pressure
Weather Stations Structural Monitoring Load Cells
Total Energy Monitoring Strain Gauges Flow
Environmental Monitoring Process Monitoring Vehicle Testing
Temperature Profiling Fault Identification GPS

*FREE Software & Technical Support

The Smarter Solution

The dataTaker DT85 smart data logger provides an extensive array of features that allow
it to be used across a wide variety of applications. The DT85 is a robust, stand alone,
low power data logger featuring USB memory stick support, 18 bit resolution, extensive

• Dual Channel Isolation Technology communications capabilities and built-in display.

• Up to 48 Analog (± 50V) sensor inputs The dataTaker DT85’s Dual Channel concept allows up to 32 isolated or 48 common
referenced analog inputs to be used in many combinations. With support for multiple SDI-
• Expandable to 960 analog inputs
12 sensor networks, Modbus for SCADA systems, FTP and Web interface, 12V regulated
• 12 flexible digital terminals
output to power sensors, the DT85 is a totally self contained solution.
• 2 Serial ‘Smart Sensor’ ports
Versatile Measurement
• SDI-12 (multiple networks)
Connect an array of sensors through the versatile analog and digital channels, high-speed
• Modbus for SCADA connection counter inputs, phase encoder inputs and programmable serial sensor channels.
• Web & FTP client / server Temperature, voltage, current, 4-20mA loops, resistance, bridges, strain gauges,
• USB memory for easy data and program transfer frequency, digital, serial and calculated measurements can all be scaled, logged and
• Programmable Analog Output returned in engineering units or within statistical reporting.
Set up sampling, logging, alarm and control tasks to suit your own requirements while
Warranty: All dataTaker Data Loggers are covered by a 3 year warranty interfaces for smart sensors, GPS and other intelligent devices expand the DT85 flexibility.
on workmanship and parts. For further information on the dataTaker
Superior Data Storage & Communications
range, or for useful downloads, visit the dataTaker web site at www.
datataker.com or contact your nearest dataTaker office or distributor. With the standard unit able to store up to 10 million data points (expandable) you can log
Quality Statement: dataTaker operates a Quality Management System as much or as little as you need. Overwrite or stop logging once allocated memory is full,
complying with IS09001:2008.It is dataTaker’s policy to supply customers
archive data on alarm event, copy to USB memory or transfer via FTP/ Email, the choice is
with products which are fit for their intended purpose, safe in use, perform
reliably to published specification and are backed by a fast and efficient yours.
customer support service.
Communications features include RS232, USB and Ethernet, connect to the DT85 locally,
Trademarks: dataTaker is a registered trademark .
Specifications: dataTaker reserves the right to change product
remotely through a modem or over the Internet. The web interface allows users to configure
specifications at any time without notice. the DT85, access logged data and see current measurements as mimics or in a list using a
Designed and Manufactured in Australia. web browser.
*Our ability to provide free software and support is dependent on applicable export
control laws (including those of the United States) and the export policy from time to FTP/ Email provides data to your office over the internet or wireless network, without the
time of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. need for polling or specific host software.

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by phone on 0845 9000 601 or via our website.
www.omniinstruments.co.uk
dEX Logger Software

• Built-in software – no application to install Easy configuration

The dEX configuration editor allows you to view, edit and save logger configurations in
• Runs directly from your web browser
an easy-to-use Windows Explorer style user interface.
• Accessible by Ethernet or USB1 connection
• Intuitive graphical interface
• Easy-to-use configuration editor
• Access live and historical data
• View data as charts, mimics and tables

Real-time monitoring
dEX displays real-time sensor measurements, calculations and diagnostic information
What is dEX?
using mimics, tables and trend charts.
dEX is an intuitive graphical interface that allows you to configure your data
logger, view real-time data in mimics, trend charts or tables and retrieve your
historical data for analysis.
dEX runs directly from your web browser and can be accessed either locally or
remotely, anywhere that a TCP/IP connection is available including worldwide
over the Internet. You can use any of the logger’s built-in communications ports
to view dEX including Ethernet, USB and RS-232.

Data retrieval
dEX allows you to retrieve your data at the click of a mouse button. Just select either All,
Range or New Data Only.

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USB port equipped models only.

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by phone on 0845 9000 601 or via our website.
www.omniinstruments.co.uk
dEX Logger Software

Browser-based solution Channel list

dEX comes pre-installed on every logger in the DT80 range2. The Displays name, value, units, alarm state, time stamp and logging
software loads in your web browser so there is no need to install state for each measurement.
cumbersome applications on your computer. Being browser-based,
dEX is cross-platform and will work on all major operating systems
including Windows, Mac and Linux. To simplify it even further, dEX
starts automatically in your default web browser when you connect to
your logger using a USB cable1.
Data that is compatible with your applications
Logged data is ready to import into common spreadsheet and data Customisation of the application
processing applications such as Excel for further analysis and The menu options, mimics panels and mimics can be added or
reporting. Data can be saved to your computer in comma separated removed to suit novice or advanced users. The color and brand
(.CSV) format or our proprietary binary (.DBD) format. name images within dEX can be customised to match corporate
Command window requirements or for personal preference.
The command window provides a terminal interface which allows Mimics are organised into panels which can be modified to highlight
the built-in command language of the logger to be used. Macro custom alarm conditions or data grouping. Mimics include dials, bar
buttons allow common commands to be sent on a button press. graphs, thermometers etc. Real-time chart recorder mimic allows you
to view trends and historical data over a custom time/date range. Up
Configuration editor
to 16 mimics can be displayed on up to 5 mimic pages (default is 1
The configuration editor allows you to view, edit and save
page of 6 mimics).
logger configurations in an easy-to-use Windows Explorer style
user interface. Tree view of configuration allows definition of Minimum system requirements
measurement schedules and measurements. • Web Browser (tested with): Internet Explorer V7 and above,
Wiring diagrams show available wiring configurations for each Firefox, Safari & Google Chrome
sensor type. Configuration can be stored and retrieved on either the • TCP/IP connection
logger or a local computer. • Adobe flash player 10 or higher
• Screen resolution of 1024 x 768

Chart Recorder Mimic

Real-time trending for sensors, calculations or other data. Supports up-to 5 traces per chart and up-to 2 Y-axes. Backfills with historical data stored in logger.

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dEX operates on all DT80 Series 2, Series 3 and Series 4 except Series 1.

For pricing information contact Omni Instruments

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www.omniinstruments.co.uk
Technical Specifications

Analog Channels Counter Channels Modbus Server (slave)

16 analog input channels (expandable to 320*) Low Speed Counters Access current data and status from any Modbus client
Each channel is independent and supports: one isolated 3-wire 8 counters shared with digital inputs. (e.g. SCADA system)
or 4-wire input, or two isolated 2-wire inputs, or three common Low speed counters do not function in sleep mode. Modbus Client (master)
referenced 2-wire inputs. Size: 32 bit Max Count rate: 10 Hz Read/write data from modbus sensors and devices
The following maximums apply. Dedicated Counter Inputs including PLC’s, dataTaker loggers, modbus displays etc.
• 2-wire with common reference terminal: 48 (expandable to 960*) 7 high speed or 3 phase encoder (quadrature) inputs FTP Server
• 2-wire isolated: 32 (expandable to 640*) Size: 32 bit Max Count rate: 100 kHz Access logged data from any FTP client or web browser
• 3- and 4-wire isolated: 16 (expandable to 320*) Input type: FTP Client
*Expansion requires optional CEM20 • 5 logic level inputs (max ±30V), Automatically upload logged data direct to an FTP server
Fundamental Input Ranges • 2 sensitive inputs (100mV) for magnetic pickups (max ±10V)
System
The fundamental inputs that the DT85 can measure are voltage, Serial Channels Display and Keypad
current, resistance and frequency. All other measurements are SDI-12 Type: LCD, 2 line by 16 characters, backlight.
derived from these. 4 SDI-12 inputs, shared with digital channels. Each input Display Functions: channel data, alarms, system status.
Sampling can support multiple SDI-12 sensors. Keypad: 6 keys for scrolling and function execution.
Integrates over 50/60Hz line period for accuracy Generic Serial Sensor Status LEDs: 4 for sample, disk, attention and power.
and noise rejection Flexible options to allow data to be logged from a wide Firmware Upgrade
Maximum sample speed: 40Hz range of smart sensors and data streams. Via: RS232, Ethernet, USB or USB disk.
Effective resolution: 18 bits Available ports: Serial Sensor Port (RS232, RS422, RS485)
Linearity: 0.01% Real Time Clock
Host RS232 Port* Normal resolution: 200 μs
Common mode rejection: >90dB Baud rate: 300 to 115,200
Line series mode rejection: >35dB Accuracy: ±1 min/year (0°C to 40°C),
*If used as a Serial Sensor channel then the Host Port is not available ±4 min/year (-40°C to 70°C)
Inputs for other communications.
Inter-Channel Isolation: 100V (relay switching) Power Supply
Analog Section Isolation: 100V (opto-isolated) Calculated Channels External voltage range: 10 to 30Vdc
Input impedance: 160KΩ, >100MΩ Combine values from analog, digital and serial sensors Internal battery: 6Vdc 4Ah lead acid
Common mode range: ±3.5V or ±55V (attenuator on/off) using expressions involving variables and functions. Peak Power: 12W (12Vdc 1A)
Sensor Excitation (Supply) Functions: An extensive range of Arithmetic,Trigonometric, Average power Consumption
Analog channels: Relational, Logical and Statistical functions are available. Using 12Vdc external power source
• selectable 2μA, 213μA or 2.5mA precision current source Alarms Sampling Speed Average Power
• 4.5V voltage source Condition: high, low, within range and outside range 1 second 1350 mW
• switched external supply Delay: optional time period for alarm response 5 seconds 500 mW
General Purpose: Switchable 12V/5V regulated supply for powering Actions: set digital outputs, transmit message, execute 30 seconds 135 mW
sensors & accessories (max 300mA). any dataTaker command. 5 minutes 70 mW
Analog Output Scheduling of Data Acquisition 1 hour 60 mW
Isolated programmable 16-bit DAC: voltage 0-10V or current Number of schedules: 11
0-24mA Schedule rates: 10ms to days Typical Operating Time
Analog Sensors Data Storage From internal 6Vdc, 4Ah battery
Supports a wide range of sensors including, but not limited to, those Internal Store Sampling Speed Operating Tme
listed below. A wide range of sensor scaling and linearising facilities Capacity: 128MB (approx 10,000,000 data points) 1 second 1 day
including polynomials, expressions and functions. Larger storage available refer to technical support. 5 seconds 3 days
Thermocouples Removable USB store device (optional accessory) 1 minute 1 month
Types: B, C, D, E, G, J, K, N, R, S, T Types: compatible with USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 drives,
Calibration standard: ITS-90 1 hour 9.5 months
e.g. Flash drive.
RTDs Capacity: approx. 90,000 data points per megabyte.
Materials supported: Pt, Ni, Cu Physical and Environment
Resistance range: 10Ω to 1MΩ
Communication Interfaces Construction: Powder coated zinc and anodized aluminum.
Ethernet Port Dimensions: 300 x 137 x 65mm
Thermistors
Interface: 10BaseT (10Mbps) Weight: 2.5kg (5kg shipping)
Types: YSI 400xx Series, other types*
Protocol: TCP/IP, Modbus (Master & Slave) Temperature range:–45°C to 70°C*
Resistance range: up to1MΩ
* Other thermistor types are supported by thermistor scaling and USB Port Humidity: 85% RH, non-condensing
calculated channels. Interface: USB 1.1 (virtual COM port) *reduced battery life and LCD operation outside range –15°C to
Protocol: ASCII command 50°C
Monolithic Temperature Sensors
Types supported: LM34 - 60, AD590, 592, TMPxx, Host RS232 Port Accessories Included
LM135, 235, 335 • Speed: 300 to 115,200 baud (57,600 default) Resource CD: includes software, video training
• Flow Control: Hardware (RTS/CTS), Software (XON/XOFF), None and user manual.
Strain Gauge and Bridge Sensors
• Handshake lines: DCD, DSR, DTR, RTS, CTS Comms cable: USB cable
Configurations: ¼, ½, & full bridge
• Modem support: auto-answer and dial out Line adaptor: 110/240Vac to 15Vdc, 800mA
Excitation: voltage or current
• Protocols: ASCII Command, TCP/IP (PPP), Modbus (Master &
4-20mA Current Loop Slave), Serial Sensor Your local distributor
Internal 100Ω shunt or external shunt resistor Serial Sensor Port Omni Instruments Ltd
Digital Channels • Interface: RS232, RS422, RS485 East Kingsway Business Centre
Digital Input/Outputs • Speed: 300 to 57,600 baud
Mid Craigie Trading Estate
8 bi-directional channels • Flow Control: Hardware (RTS/CTS), Software (XON/XOFF), None
• Protocols: Modbus (Master & Slave), Serial Sensor Mid Craigie Road
Input Type: 8 logic level (max 20/30V)
Output Type: 4 with open drain FET(max: 30V, 100mA) Dundee DD4 7RH
Network (TCP/IP) Services Email: [email protected]
4 with logic output Uses Ethernet and/or Host RS232 (PPP) ports
Relay Output Web www.omniinstruments.co.uk
Command Interface Telephone: +44 (0) 845 9000 601
1 latching relay, contacts (max: 30Vdc, 1A) Access the ASCII command interface of the DT85 via TCP/IP Local Tel: 01382 443000
Web Server
Access current data and status from any web browser.
Custom pages can be defined. Download data in CSV
format. Command interface window. Define mimic displays.

For pricing information contact Omni Instruments

by phone on 0845 9000 601 or via our website.
www.omniinstruments.co.uk